Security Alert for Sri Lanka – U.S. Embassy Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Location: Announced curfews include, but are not limited to, the following areas:

· Kandy Administrative District

Event: The Sri Lankan government declared an island-wide State of Emergency and curfews have been imposed in some regions due to communal unrest. Local authorities are authorized to declare local curfews. Further incidents are possible over the next few days.

Actions to Take:

· Avoid the areas of unrest.

· Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.